Assistant General Manager

Job Description

Job role: General manger/Assistant general manager Location: South India Department: Hotel operations Job experience: 5+ years Job brief A general manager/assistant general manager shall be responsible for supervising management of the company's backpacker hostel effectively. He/she shall be entrusted to effectively manage a 35-50 keys hotel/hostel overseeing multiple facets of operations including front office, housekeeping, human resource management, F&B, guest experience, R&M & engineering, security & safety, etc. as per company's standard operating procedures. Key responsibilities Understanding of the hospitality/hotel industry with extensive work experience Understanding of the company's vision, business expansion plans, operational standards, etc. Understanding the nuances of managing a hotel under a brand network and optimise its operations with a bird eye view Understanding hotel pre-launch phase, day to day operations, etc. Understanding of various functions including front desk, housekeeping, F&B, engineering, etc. Supervising various functions and human resources (blue/white collar) Managing operational quality with attention to detail on various parameters such as infrastructure, services, staff, operations, etc. to ensure high service quality Handling & resolving escalations and grievances Managing P&L and cost-effectiveness while ensuring high service quality Motivating, mentoring and aligning staffs Liaising with various departments such as local police, health/fire/safety departments, local vendors, etc. and ensuring a cordial relationship Coordinating with other departments within the company to help resolve issues Qualifications Hospitality graduate/post-graduate or diploma in hospitality Min. 5 years of experience in a hotel, hostel, guest house, etc. Extensive operational knowledge of hotel operations Outstanding communication, interpersonal & time-management skills Flexible to relocate anywhere in southern India High attention to detail